Michael Nelson joins the Monarch squad after transferring from N.C. State where he played in 10 matches in 2012...

CAREER: Was named a 2011 ESPN Rise first-team All-American...Played at McNeil High School...Selected all-district, all-area, all-region, and all-state as a senior...Was named Defender of the Year for his district by the Austin American Statesman...Helped lead team to the 2011 state championship game...Two years experience on the USSF Academy team....Also played for the Lonestar Soccer Club....A four-year team captain....Selected to the 2010 Disney Showcase all-star team....Ranked the No. 109 recruit by ESPN.com....

PERSONAL: Michael is the son of Tony and Marie Nelson...He is the brother of Wes...Major: sports management/marketing minor....Volunteered his time with the Raleigh area food bank.